Brazilian Army is buying new Black Hawk helicopters to replace older ones
The Brazilian Army is buying 12-16 new Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters to replace older ones in its 2nd, 3rd,...
August 31, 2023Topic
Defense news Brazil
Brazil’s Operación Saci: LatAm’s premier military drill showcases elite paratroopers and airpower
On the evening of August 21st, Brazil initiated one of Latin America's most extensive military drills, known as "Operación Saci."
August 23, 2023
Argentina and Brazil strengthen their maritime cooperation after a six-year hiatus
Argentina's Defense Minister, Jorge Taiana, joined forces with Brazil's Ambassador, Julio Glinternik Vitelli, and the head of the Argentine Navy,...
August 20, 2023
Opinion: is Brazil’s surge in defense spending consistent with its global message?
(Opinion) Recent headlines from Brazil have sparked global intrigue: reportedly, a whopping 5% of the nation's GDP, with an additional...
August 15, 2023
Already spending 5% of GDP on defense, Brazil is investing further US$11 billion in the sector
On August 11th, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's President Luiz Inácio da Silva unveiled the Growth Acceleration Program (PAC).
August 15, 2023
Argentina and Brazil practice fighting as one in joint Arandú exercise
Between July 31 and August 5, Argentina and Brazil conducted the Joint Arandú Exercise in Mercedes and Monte Caseros, Corrientes...
August 9, 2023
Brazil to build two more conventional submarines and new 500-ton patrol vessels
The Brazilian Navy's Submarine Development Program (Prosub) is advancing into its third phase, strategically focused on building two more conventional...
August 2, 2023
Saudi Arabia to buy rockets and cruise missiles from Brazilian defense company Avibras
Brazil's Avibras Aerospace and Defense inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saudi Scopa Defense on 31st July.
August 1, 2023
Brazil’s nuclear submarine development sparks debate with the UN Atomic Energy Agency
As part of a significant defense project for Brazil, the country is developing a nuclear submarine, as the cornerstone of...
July 31, 2023